9. Operation
Normal operation couldn't be simpler. Once programmed, the SureFlap Microchip Pet Door
will only allow entry for your pet(s), denying access to intruder animals.
To enter the house, the pet puts its head in the tunnel to push the flap open. A sensor
detects the pet's presence and quickly reads the microchip or collar tag, opening the locks
if required. Note that the SureFlap Microchip Pet Door does not activate if your pet is just
wandering in front of the flap, inside or outside the house.
The SureFlap Microchip Pet Door is designed for one-way operation only. Any animal inside
the house is allowed to leave, but only your animals are allowed to enter.
After the pet door has opened, it will stay unlocked until after your pet has passed through
the tunnel. The locks will close around one second later. Note that the locks will also open
when your pet leaves the house, although this is not absolutely necessary.
One further feature of the flap is a magnetic catch that keeps the door closed when not in
use.
When testing the SureFlap Microchip Pet Door before installation, your pet will need to put
its head against the flap from the tunnel side of the unit or pass all the way through the flap.
There is a sensor that detects the pet's presence in the tunnel that needs to be triggered
and no amount of waving your pet in front of the door will have an effect.
10. Locking Modes
In addition to normal operation there are several other locking modes that can be controlled
using the lock mode button
screen as pictured below.
. The current locking mode is shown by icons on the LCD
Mode 1 – Normal operation – your pet can enter and
exit at all times.
Mode 2 – In only – the pet is allowed to enter the house,
but prevented from exiting the house. This mode is
useful if you need to keep your pet in the house (e.g. to
take it to the vet).
Mode 3 – Out only – the pet is allowed to exit the house
but prevented from entering the house.
Mode 4 – Fully locked – The pet is prevented from
entering or exiting the house.
Mode 5 – Curfew Mode – the pet is allowed to exit
during certain times of day (details in section 11). In this
mode the current time will be shown on the LCD screen.
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